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"Guilt" is a gripping one-act stage play that delves deep into the harrowing reality of male sexual abuse and its enduring scars. The story centers on Chris, a man in his 40s whose life is unraveling amidst a crumbling marriage, estrangement from his daughter, and profound isolation. As Chris grapples with the fallout of his troubled past, he reluctantly turns to therapy, only to confront the painful truths and hidden traumas he has long avoided. In a raw and poignant exploration of guilt, healing, and redemption, "Guilt" confronts the devastating effects of abuse and the arduous journey toward self-forgiveness and reconnection.

"Guilt" is available for licensing to community theaters, schools or any other theater group who would like to tackle this important topic. For more information, send an email to
men‪@voicesbeyondassault‬.org.

Written by
Craig Heiting

with contributions by
Kate Heiting
Nathan Spiteri

CAST

David Tucker as ANDREW
Jasper Peter Pershing as MARCUS
Erica Degraff as JENN
Janay D. Henry as MRS. MARSHALL/EMILY
Darrell Phillip as COACH
Megan Rach as ZOE
and
Nathan Spiteri as CHIRS

"Eye for an Eye" - words and music by Phil Angotti

Producers
Craig Heiting
Brianna Redman

Special thanks to Voices Beyond Assault (www.voicesbeyondassault.org)

Video Technician
Thiago Carvalho

Stage Manager/Sound
Tom Waters

Reading performed at the
Los Angeles Performing Arts Conservatory

On average, men do not come forward to deal with the effects of their sexual abuse as children until 25-30 years after the abuse has ended. Many male victims never get to that point, resulting in failed relationships, drug and alcohol abuse, criminal activities, homelessness and worse.

If you or someone you know is considering suicide, call 9-1-1 or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).


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